Fiction vs. Non-Fiction
What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?
fiction: fake, imaginary events
non-fiction: factual information, real events
What is a point of view?
the feelings, thoughts, or position of an author/character
How many ideas should 1 paragraph have?
1
What are the three types of questions on the ELA State Test?
short response
extended response
multiple choice
a problem-solving strategy where you systematically remove incorrect options or possibilities to arrive at the correct answer or solution
process of elimination
Read the following directions: Read this article. Then answer questions 15 through 21.
Is this text likely to be a fiction or a non-fiction text?
Bonus: What word told you this?
Non-fiction
Bonus: article
What is a plot?
the sequence of events in a story
The following sentence is an example of which part of a paragraph?
This shows how the citizens of Omaha worked together to raise money to build a modern library with the newest technology.
analysis
What is the first thing you should do when you receive your test?
read the directions
a note of explanation or comment added to a text
annotation
Read the following directions: Read this story. Then answer questions 22 through 28.
Is this text likely to be a fiction or a non-fiction text?
Bonus: What word told you this?
Bonus: story
Read the passage and answer: What is Urashima's point of view about the Princess?
"When Urashima reached the portals, a beautiful Princess with her attendant maids came out to welcome him. She was more beautiful than any human being, and was robed in flowing garments of red and soft green like the under side of a wave, and golden threads glimmered through the folds of her gown. Urashima was lost in wonder while he looked upon her, and he could not speak."
positive, beautiful, breathtaking
In an ELA paragraph, what does TEEA stand for?
Topic Sentence
Evidence 1
Evidence 2
Analysis
What is the most important thing to remember during the test?
I am an ELA rockstar!!!!!
When you are stuck on a question, what should you do?
Reread the question and related paragraphs.
Identify and define key words in the question.
Skip the question and return to it later.
What should you annotate for in a fictional text? (What are you looking for?)
4 W's: who, what, when, where
Theme: message or lesson of the story
Restate the following question as a thesis statement:
How does paragraph 15 help develop Urashima's point of view?
Paragraph 15 helps develop Urashima's point of view by...
Name each part of an ELA essay.
Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion
How should I make sure I'm prepared before coming to school on the test day?
Get a good night's sleep -- at least 8 hours. Go to bed early!!
Eat a large, nutritious breakfast.
Arrive early or on time.
Tell yourself positive truths! (affirmations)
What should you annotate for when reading a non-fiction text?
What? (what is the topic of the text?)
So what? (what did you learn about the text?)